Antique store · Dover, New Jersey

Factory Records Shop

158 W Clinton St, Dover, NJ 07801

40.8909° N 74.5648° W

Factory Records Shop is an antique store at 158 W Clinton St, Dover, NJ 07801.

About the shop

Factory Records Shop is a spacious record store in Dover, NJ offering an incredible selection of vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, 8-tracks, and vintage audio equipment. The store features an extensive inventory of music across all genres, from classic rock to jazz, pop, and indie. Beyond retail, Factory Records houses The Lounge, an eclectic listening room and event venue perfect for parties, live music performances, and private events. The knowledgeable staff provides audio equipment repair services and personalized guidance on turntables and stereo systems. With well-organized displays, reasonable prices on used vinyl, and monthly $1 CD sales events, it's a must-visit destination for music collectors and enthusiasts.

From directory research

What you'll find

Vinyl RecordsCDsAudio Equipment

Compiled by AntiqueStoresNearby from public listings and reviews

The particulars

Shop format
Single Owner ShopFrom directory research
Shop size
Larger StoreFrom directory research
Price range
$$From directory research
Typical visit
Half-Day DestinationFrom directory research

What reviewers mention

Largely positive

Praised

  • Exceptional staff knowledge, friendliness, and customer service
  • Huge, well-organized inventory with diverse music genres and vintage items
  • Unique venue space (The Lounge) for events, parties, and live music

Keeps people coming back

  • Knowledgeable and patient staff (especially audio department)
  • Extensive, well-curated inventory across multiple formats
  • Unique atmosphere and The Lounge event space

Worth knowing

  • Some used vinyl and vintage items priced higher than competitors
  • Limited selection of certain genres (indie rock, alternative, metal CDs)
  • Inconsistent stock of record store exclusive releases

Our analysis of public reviews — a summary of what people wrote, not a star rating. Tone: Enthusiastic and nostalgic - customers express genuine excitement about discovering the store, describe it as a 'time capsule' and 'blast from the past,' and frequently mention returning for repeat visits.

Make a day of it

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